Hi !
I have an Xperia Mini Pro (sk17i) and i can't unlock the bootloader is vodafone. I searched custom roms with stock kernel and there are none.
Why there are no roms with stock kernel? It's possible?
Thanks !
Why can't you unlock bootloader? Which unlock method did you try (the official one or the testpoint version)?
U can use UXP NXT room, this for stock rom with xperia s taste...
No need unlock bootloader, just root and flash with cwm
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mauritzius said:
Why can't you unlock bootloader? Which unlock method did you try (the official one or the testpoint version)?
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Branded phones cannot have unlocked bootloader at all, both methods will not work.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520456
This is some Xperia mod, mostly edits only the visual part. Does not require bootloader unlock.
Might be more, only some stock-based ROMs can run with stock kernel.
you can unlock bootloader on branded phones with test point, i did it with mine unfortunately it did no good because due to a sim lock restriction i had no access to fastboot mode so i had to completely unlock mi phone using setool (paid tool) or you can also use omnius (paid tool).
ginryu said:
you can unlock bootloader on branded phones with test point, i did it with mine unfortunately it did no good because due to a sim lock restriction i had no access to fastboot mode so i had to completely unlock mi phone using setool (paid tool) or you can also use omnius (paid tool).
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Yes, only via paid methods can bootloader be unlocked right now.
Most of the custom ROMs need seperate kernel... However u cn try UXP NXT Rom... I think it uses the stock kernel
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I was wondering is there an easy application to Unlock my Bootloader of my x10. ?If you know any can you lead me to it? THANKS ...
there is one One touch tool to unlock bootloader but the thing is u need to be on 2.1 then it can unlock bootloader easily !!
Well if I unlock my BL, will it be permanently unlocked? Or can I lock it back again?
just for confirmation, is it still after UBL the kernel needed to be flash via flashtool and cant be flash through recovery?
I did knot Unlock my BL yet ....can i Unlock using the new Flash Tools v0.5.30 ??
Yes use flashtool if u can't press the button to unlock it because you don't meet the requirements. (think u need stock kernel)
Edit: yeah u can re-lock bl
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ya u cant flash kernel via xrec....only flashtool
Yeah that is true you can also use seus or pc companion to get back to stock kernel
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isnt here ANY other way to unloack bootloader than by test pont method or official method!!!just bought an xpera mini st15i !!!plzzz helpp!!
Urghh if you mean other method than a TestPoint and official method = Nope,no method currently available...
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Try to ask your nearest phone service and ask them to unlock your bootloader
Well,I adviced you to NOT unlock your bootloader as it is hard to relock it back (especially if you want to receive official ICS by sony)
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i know it might have been answered before but plzz someboddy help me !!which rom to flash without unlocking bootloader and how !!plxxzzz help!!
ms19 said:
i know it might have been answered before but plzz someboddy help me !!which rom to flash without unlocking bootloader and how !!plxxzzz help!!
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As far as I know only stock roms can be instaled w/o bootloader unlocked :/
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samsung phones are much much much better in this case!!;9
Bootloader can be unlocked only 2 ways. Service shops will likely ask money. Relocking is actually easier than unlocking.
There is only one ROM that doesn't require unlocked bootloader, Xperia UXP NXT.
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Someguyfromhell said:
Bootloader can be unlocked only 2 ways. Service shops will likely ask money. Relocking is actually easier than unlocking.
There is only one ROM that doesn't require unlocked bootloader, Xperia UXP NXT.
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I got lucky I could unlock it for free via Omnius it was a mess tho >.< but I'm very happy with the results
What's omnius
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It's like wotan server, allows you to unlock your bootloader, flash stock roms I think and check and repair your phone, it works for SE and Samsung if I'm not wrong :$
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You can check in here: http://www.omnius-server.com/
How about my phone, sk17i?
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luutuananh said:
How about my phone, sk17i?
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We both got XMP yeah, I unlocked my mini pro for free there, but offer expired
You can try to unlock your bootloader by downloading the flashtool and image created by quanghut. Try to search the link, I cant post links yet, I used that to unlock my bootloader.
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luiphilip said:
You can try to unlock your bootloader by downloading the flashtool and image created by quanghut. Try to search the link, I cant post links yet, I used that to unlock my bootloader.
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You cannot unlock bootloader via Flashtool or any image files.
Bootloader is done via Official method or test point method. Quagnhut's(sorry if misspelled) program also uses official SE method.
Someguyfromhell said:
You cannot unlock bootloader via Flashtool or any image files.
Bootloader is done via Official method or test point method. Quagnhut's(sorry if misspelled) program also uses official SE method.
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Weee, thanks for the info bro. I didn't know he was using the same SE method. BTW i used his method to unlock my bootloader and everything works fine.
luiphilip said:
Weee, thanks for the info bro. I didn't know he was using the same SE method. BTW i used his method to unlock my bootloader and everythings works fine.
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Yea, it is basically the same as you would go yourself through the guide on unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com.
Hi,
I have a WT19i with Three UK.. *yada yada*
I got this phone because I wanted something new that looks good and works well, Since February and now I have discovered - I don't like the UI and I can't stand the screen.
Basically all I'm looking to do is unlock my bootloader so I can flash MIUI or CM9 but apparently, Three aren't going to let me unlock it. I checked in the service menu and it shows that the bootloader unlock is not allowed which really sucks.
I was going to do the testpoint method or official but after reading up, testpoint on a phone with 'Bootloader unlock allowed: No' can brick it..
Does anyone know if this is true? I'm seriously considering trying it anyway with S1 boot of whatever.. I can't stand this stupid software and UI anymore.
Thanks!
You need to use paid method to unlock your phone and enable fastboot. After that can bootloader be unlocked.
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@Someguyfromhell You mean network unlock? I paid for my phone to be unlocked by Three last Saturday but they still don't have the key yet They said hopefully this Saturday
After that should I be able to unlock the bootloader?
Jamielawther said:
@Someguyfromhell You mean network unlock? I paid for my phone to be unlocked by Three last Saturday but they still don't have the key yet They said hopefully this Saturday
After that should I be able to unlock the bootloader?
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After simunlock your bootloader should be unlocked as well, and with fastboot enabled
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ChavitoArg said:
After simunlock your bootloader should be unlocked as well, and with fastboot enabled
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Thanks! Didn't understand if it would or not
Do you know what I need to install once the bootloader is unlocked to install MIUI/CM9? Thanks in advance!
ChavitoArg said:
After simunlock your bootloader should be unlocked as well, and with fastboot enabled
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Incorrect if done with code at the operator.
Only WotanServer, Omnius and these providers unlock both(at once I think, not sure).
To install custom ROM, install the custom kernel provided with the ROM, enter recovery and install the ROM.
Kernel installation is included in my tutorial, link in signature.
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Someguyfromhell said:
Incorrect if done with code at the operator.
Only WotanServer, Omnius and these providers unlock both(at once I think, not sure).
To install custom ROM, install the custom kernel provided with the ROM, enter recovery and install the ROM.
Kernel installation is included in my tutorial, link in signature.
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So will I have to unlock my bootloader some other way?
Installing kernels is just using the boot.img in the roms .zip through fastboot isn't it? Done it before on my old GT540 many times What command is it on the LWW?
I used to use flash boot boot.img?
Thanks
Jamielawther said:
So will I have to unlock my bootloader some other way?
Installing kernels is just using the boot.img in the roms .zip through fastboot isn't it? Done it before on my old GT540 many times What command is it on the LWW?
I used to use flash boot boot.img?
Thanks
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Yes, but if you had network lock you might have to enable fastboot also. Check it from service menu. Then you can unlock bootloader. Also in my tutorial.
Command ia "fastboot flash boot boot.img".
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Someguyfromhell said:
Yes, but if you had network lock you might have to enable fastboot also. Check it from service menu. Then you can unlock bootloader. Also in my tutorial.
Command ia "fastboot flash boot boot.img".
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Hey!
I just got my unlock code! But my phone still says 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed:NO'
I might just do it through Omnius now.. Going to assemble a safety pin and wire!
Will tell you how it goes.
Nope.. Omnius won't work for me
Does anyone have any other idea to activate fastboot? Could I flash another stock generic rom?
Jamielawther said:
Nope.. Omnius won't work for me
Does anyone have any other idea to activate fastboot? Could I flash another stock generic rom?
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ROM has nothing to do with fastboot.
Omnius did not work? What do you mean it didn't work?
Someguyfromhell said:
ROM has nothing to do with fastboot.
Omnius did not work? What do you mean it didn't work?
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Yeah I know that... But the Kernel does, And flashing another stock .62 or whatever should work?!
Omnius wouldn't detect the phone, It wouldn't go into testpoint mode
Jamielawther said:
Yeah I know that... But the Kernel does, And flashing another stock .62 or whatever should work?!
Omnius wouldn't detect the phone, It wouldn't go into testpoint mode
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Did you follow the instructions properly?
Maybe helps...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn-Vubgka1M
Someguyfromhell said:
Did you follow the instructions properly?
Maybe helps...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn-Vubgka1M
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Yeah! haha.
I just tried it with a different wire, and it appears to have worked with S1boot?
I can't tell, It should be unlocked if the version is r and not R?
My version from Omnius identify is r9A021
Is there any other way I can tell?
Anyone know how to enable Fastboot?!
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hi everyone..
just want to ask,can i unlock x10 bootloader using SE Bootloader unlocking? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560613)
i know about this method (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254087) but right now i only use my phones internet so its kinda hard to download the files stated..
right now i only have the SE bootloader unlocking installed on my computer..
Use flashtool
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apaini said:
hi everyone..
just want to ask,can i unlock x10 bootloader using SE Bootloader unlocking? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560613)
i know about this method (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254087) but right now i only use my phones internet so its kinda hard to download the files stated..
right now i only have the SE bootloader unlocking installed on my computer..
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Use flash tool because i have read that doing it the other way makes trackid and some other things unusable
IS there a way to install the cyanogenmod onto my Sony Xperia Z2 with a locked bootloader? The phone is rooted and has TeamWinRecovery but I just wanted to know if there is a way to put cyanogenmod on it since it is an unlockable bootloader... Thanks for your help
No.
Unless someone can figure out sonys FBI lvl encryption and crack the bootloader we wont have anything but stock on a locked bootloader
Ya I've seen that a few times online but you can put custom roms on an xperia z2 with a locked bootloader because I have had existenz ultimate on my phone with the bootloader locked.
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slater85 said:
Ya I've seen that a few times online but you can put custom roms on an xperia z2 with a locked bootloader because I have had existenz ultimate on my phone with the bootloader locked.
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There is a difference between stock based custom and custom
Custom roms arent based on the stock rom hence they need a custom kernel to run and you cant flash a custom kernel on a locked bootloader
Stock based roms you can flash becsuse they use the stock kernel
Simple as.
Oh ok I see what your saying thanks for the info. Appreciate it.
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